Sareth
Primarily a girl's name of Khmer origin with 20 recorded births. Also given to 12 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Sareth is a two-syllable girl's name with a distinguished, classic sound — shared with Old English and biblical names. With only 20 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Sareth is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Sareth is a boy's and girl's baby name of Khmer origin meaning 'pure' or 'clear,' used in Cambodia and among Khmer-speaking communities.
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Sareth is cataloged under the Khmer naming tradition. Names from the Khmer tradition carry linguistic and cultural patterns that shape their sound, structure, and associations.
In the U.S., Sareth has been recorded as a girl's name since 1986, with 20 total births. Browse the Khmer names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Sareth has 3+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1986.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 8 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1980s | 7 | — |
The Story of Sareth
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2023, Sareth is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Sareth are most likely born between 2013 and 2023.
How rare is Sareth?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Sareth is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1986, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2020s with 8 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(3 years, 1986–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | #12009 |
| 2016 | 5 | #18406 |
| 1986 | 7 | #9343 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Sareth as a Boy's Name
Though more common for girls, Sareth has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 12 births since 1986.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1986–2023